Team Member Front of House

Costa Vida; Colorado; On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

A popular food service company in Colorado is seeking Front of House Team Members to embody excellent service and kitchen standards. The role involves various tasks including food prep, guest interaction, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have experience in high-volume kitchens and possess a Food Handler permit. They should also demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to handle physical demands of the job, contributing to a positive guest experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a bulk or high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Ensure assigned position meets business standards.
• Greet guests and serve with a smile.
• Prepare food safely and according to standards.
• Coordinate food production with kitchen staff.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Time management

Communication skills

Ability to lift heavy items

Education

Food Handler permit

Job description

GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY

Team members are among the most important ambassadors of Costa Vida. Your willingness to step in where needed ensures a smooth working environment. The Front of House Team Member function will consist of the following roles: Cashier, Lobby, Line Cook, Expeditor, Salad, Drive Through, To Go, and other non-management roles as assigned for example; Runner, Flat Top, Char Grill, Dishwasher, Tortilla, Cold Prep.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assumes responsibility for ensuring that their assigned position for their shift meets business standards and we can appropriately serve the guest any food item on our menu.
• Greet the guest, and understand the guest comes first.
• Serve with a smile and make eye contact.
• Assumes responsibility for preparing food safely and per Costa Vida standards.
• Follow menu builds and recipes.
• Comply with appropriate cleaning and sanitizing of workstation.
• May input data into a food safety checklist system.
• Assumes responsibility in working multiple positions as stated above in the General Position Summary.
• With assistance from management positions, the team member may learn a variety of roles and may work several different positions in one shift.
• Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.
• Assist with packaging and delivering catering orders.
• Assist with receiving and organizing food deliveries.
• Work closely with other kitchen staff to coordinate food production and ensure timely delivery of orders.

WORKING REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS

Education/Certification:

Food Handler permit.

Experience Required:

Proven experience as a cook, preferably in a bulk or high-volume kitchen environment.

Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards.

Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.

Ability to weigh and measure food accurately.

Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask in a busy kitchen.

Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented attitude.

Skills/Abilities:

Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs).

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

Finger dexterity:

Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together.

Talking:

Especially where one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Average Hearing:

Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information.

Average Visual Abilities:

Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products or operate machinery.

Physical Strength:

Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment:

Capable of working in a hot, fast‑paced kitchen environment.

MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQURIEMTNS OF THIS POSITION

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization.

Able to interpret various instructions.

Mathematics Ability:

Ability to perform basic math skills.

Language Ability:

Ability to read a variety of books, magazines, instruction manuals, atlases, and encyclopedias.

Ability to prepare memos, and reports using proper punctuation, spelling, and grammar.

Ability to communicate distinctly with appropriate pauses and emphasis; correct pronunciation (or sign equivalent); and variation in word order using present, perfect, and future tenses.